Description
Never miss a moment. Capture audio anywhere with the Portacapture X6. The intuitive app-like operations on its large color screen make it easy to record or sweeten up your audio in post. Record using the X6’s dual built-in microphones or plug in your own mics to its 2 XLR inputs. The recording quality on the Portacapture X6 will be your secret weapon. Its 96 kHz/32-bit float recording technology means that you can capture audio softer or louder than ideal, assuring that you will never miss that moment.
App-like Operation / Portacapture X6
Quickly access your settings and adjustments on the Portacapture X6's large (2.4-inch) color touchscreen. With the easy-to-navigate interface and helpful tools, you are just a few taps from the perfect setting for your needs. Use the Launcher to select from podcast, music, interviews, field recording and 6-track multi-track recording. Start fast, start right and get exactly what you need.
Portacapture X6
The internal Recording app icons and descriptions:
This is the basic app of the unit. Multitrack recording of up to six channels is possible. This recording app is good for capturing interviews, dictation and meetings.
This is good for recording podcasts with up to two people.This recording app is good for easily capturing instrumental and vocal performances.
his recording app is good for recording outdoors.The screen visual effect changes in response to the input sound.
Audio For Video Production
When shooting a video, you want to be able to focus on your video production and not worry about your audio. The Portacapture X6 was built with video production in mind. The workflow, presets and user-saved settings save you countless steps. The X6 has your back with its 96 kHz/32-bit float recording technology. Not only does this mean you will have the highest quality audio, but you will have a dynamic range that allows you to overcome those less-than-ideal realities that can often occur on a shoot. The X6 even gives you a time-code sync option* via Bluetooth® (with optional AK-BT1) allowing you to align your audio with your video, even when you have no audio on your camera. Upgrade your audio and reduce your worries with your own Portacapture X6.
*Support from firmware V1.10
The Portacapture X6 is ready to record with a few quick taps. The internal high-quality stereo microphones can instantly rotate from A-B to a true X-Y mic pattern to allow for dialog or spatial music recording.
HDDA
Have your own mics? Use those thanks to the two included XLR inputs or line level inputs. The mic preamplifiers are TASCAM HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) – providing ultra-low noise and clean transparent audio based on over 50 years of TASCAM know-how.
Record 6 tracks (4 track + 2 mix) simultaneously and even use the X6 as your 6-in/2-out USB audio interface to connect to your computer.
Capture Every Bit
With the Portacapture X6's your audio will be ready to share. Built-in signal processing, including a compressor, limiter, high pass filter, EQ, and reverb, add that studio polish. Whether you need to tame the wind when recording outside or want to add the ambiance of reverb to your vocals, the X6 has you covered. From smoothing out your input to preventing extreme peaks or eliminating plosives in dialog, you can count on the Portacapture X6.
Your Virtual Audio Engineer
Getting your settings just right for your recording goals can be overwhelming, but not on the Portacapture X6. Select from the pre-perfected settings like Voice, Podcast, Music Recording, ASMR, and Field Recording. Just select the one that applies and start to record. Each setting was carefully tuned by TASCAM audio engineers for the defined use case. They set it all up, so you don't have to.
Key Features
• Intuitive app-like controls, all using the large 2.4-inch touchscreen
• Capture using up to 96 kHz, 32-bit float recording
• Record 6 tracks (4 track + 2 mix) simultaneously
• Easy-to-use recording pre-sets: Select from music, podcast, interviews, field recording and 6-
track multi-track
• 2 XLR inputs and dual built-in mics with switchable AB/true-XY patterns
• Phantom power (24V/48V) to support recordings with multiple mic/line inputs
• Undistorted recording processing enables safe recording without lowering the S/N ratio with 32-
bit float processing
• 6-in/2-out USB audio interface function
• HDDA (High Delimitation Discrete Amplifier) mic preamps
• Wireless remote control from smartphones/tablets is possible with the optional AK-BT1
Bluetooth® adapter (sold separately). Time-code sync is also possible via Bluetooth® using
ATOMOS sync devices such as Blue (V 1.10)
Included Items
Portacapture X6 x 1
AA alkaline batteries x 4
Owner's Manual (including warranty)
TASCAM ID registration guide
Optional Items
Windscreen: WS-86
Accessory Kit: AK-DR11G MKIII
Accessory Kit for DSLR connection: AK-DR11C MKII
Bluetooth adapter : AK-BT1
AC Adapter kit: PS-P520U
Spec description
Recorder specifications
Recording media: microSD cards (64MB - 2GB), microSDHC cards (4GB - 32GB), microSDXC cards (48GB -
Version 1.10 Planned for release
1. USB audio interface will support 32-bit float format
2. The USB MIX MINUS function can will be added to the PODCAST app
3. INPUT SETTINGS, including for the low-cut filter, compressor, limiter,
auto gain control, noise gate and other effect functions can be saved
in up to 3 presets and loaded in each recording app
4. Unit settings and recording app settings can be saved in up to 3
USER SETTINGS and recalled with a single tap from the LAUNCHER
screen
5. Wireless timecode sync with supported devices from Atomos with
optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter
The V1.10 update will be released within a few months after the product
launch. We will disclose the information at the time of the product launch
Spec description
Recorder specifications | |
Recording media | microSD cards (64MB - 2GB), microSDHC cards (4GB - 32GB), microSDXC cards (48GB - 512GB) *Class 10 or higher required |
Recording / playback formats | |
WAV (BWF) | 44.1k/48k/96kHz, 16/24-bit, 32-bit float |
MP3 | 44.1k/48kHz, 128k/192k/256k/320kbps |
Number of channels | |
Input channels | 4 channels maximum |
Recording tracks | 6 tracks maximum (4 tracks, stereo mix) |
Analog audio input ratings | |
Mic inputs (balanced) | |
Input jacks 3-4(when INPUT SELECT set to MIC) | |
Connectors | XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) Note: supports phantom power only when MIC input selected |
Input impedance | 2.2kΩ or higher |
Maximum input level | +2dBV |
Minimum input level | -75dBV |
Input jacks 3-4 (when INPUT SELECT set to LINE) | |
Connectors |
XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) |
Inputimpedance | 9kΩ or higher |
Nominal input level | +4dBu(GAIN setting at minimum) |
Maximum input level | +24dBu |
Minimum input level | -53dBu |
Line input (unbalanced) | MIC/EXT IN jack (can provide plugin power) |
Connectors |
3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack |
Inputimpedance | 10 kΩ or higher (when plug-in power is off ) 1.8 kΩ or higher (when plug-in power is on) |
Nominal input level | -20 dBV(GAIN setting at minimum) |
Maximum input level | 0 dBV |
Minimum input level | -67 dBV |
Analog audio output ratings | |
Line output (unbalanced) | LINE OUT jack |
Connectors | 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack |
Output impedance | 210Ω |
Nominal output level | -14dBV |
Maximum output level | +6 dBV |
Headphone output | headphone jack |
Connectors | 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack |
Maximum output | 45mW + 45mW (THD+N 0.1% or less, into 32 Ω load) |
Built-in speaker | 0.4 W (mono) |
USB | |
Port | USB Type-C |
Transfer mode | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
Device classes | mass storage,USB audio 2.0 (USB class compliant) |
USB audio | |
Sampling frequencies | 44.1, 48, 96 kHz |
Quantization bit depth | 24-bit |
Number of input channels | 6 (output from unit) |
Number of output channels | 2 (input to unit) |
Bluetooth device connector | For Bluetooth adapter (AK-BT1) only |
Portacapture Control | |
iOS/iPadOS devices | iOS 16/iPadOS 16,iOS 15/iPadOS 15,iOS 14/iPadOS 14 |
Android devices | Android 11,Android 10 Note: Compatibility has been confirmed, but this does not guarantee operation with all devices. |
Power | 4 AA batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH or Lithium-ion) USB bus power from a computer TASCAM PS-P520U AC adapter (sold separately) |
Power consumption | 7.5W (maximum) |
Dimensions | 75 × 174.3 × 37.2 mm (W× H× D, excluding protrusions) |
Weight | 365/265g (with/without batteries) |
Operating temperature range | 0 - 40°C |
Included | Portacapture X6 × 1 AA alkaline batteries × 4 Owner's Manual (including warranty) × 1 TASCAM ID registration guide × 1 |
Battery operation time (continuous operation)
batteries | Use conditions | Operation time |
Using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) | Input through inputs 1-2 Phantom power not used 44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF) 24-bit recording POWER SAVEW MODE on |
About 13.5 hours |
Input through inputs 1-2 and input jacks 3-4 (using phantom power: +48V, 3mA×2 load) 44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF) 24-bit recording POWER SAVEW MODE off |
About 5.5 hours | |
Using Ni-MH battery (eneloop) | Input through inputs 1-2 Phantom power not used 44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF) 24-bit recording POWER SAVEW MODE on |
About 11 hours |
Input through inputs 1-2 and input jacks 3-4 (using phantom power: +48V, 3mA×2 load) 44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF) 24-bit recording POWER SAVEW MODE off |
About 5.5 hours | |
Using lithium-ion batteries (Energizer Ultimate Lithium) | Input through inputs 1-2 Phantom power not used 44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF) 24-bit recording POWER SAVEW MODE on |
About 22 hours |
Input through inputs 1-2 and input jacks 3-4 (using phantom power: +48V, 3mA×2 load) 44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF) 24-bit recording POWER SAVEW MODE off |
About 11.5 hours |
Audio performance
Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise) | |
Input jack 3-4 (MIC IN) | -125 dBu or less |
Frequency response | |
Input jacks 3-4 to PCM data | 20Hz – 20kHz at 48kHz: +0/-0.3dB (JEITA) 20Hz – 40kHz at 96kHz: +0/-0.7dB (JEITA) |
Dynamic range | |
Input jacks 3-4 to PCM data (20kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighting) | 112dB or higher (at 48kHz) 112dB or higher (at 96kHz) |
Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N) | |
Input jacks 3-4 (LINE IN) to PCM data, 1kHz sine wave,−5 dBFS input, GAIN at minimum, 20kHz SPCL LPF | 0.008% or less |
Input jacks 3-4 (MIC IN) to PCM data, 1kHz sine wave,−5 dBFS input, GAIN at minimum, 20kHz SPCL LPF | 0.006% or less |
Recording times (in hours: minutes)
File format (recording setting) | Card capacity | ||
32GB(microSDHC) | 128GB(microSDXC) | ||
320kbps MP3 | 44.1kHz | 222:13 | 888:53 |
16-bit WAV (stereo) | 50:23 | 201:33 | |
24-bit WAV (stereo) | 96kHz | 15:25 | 61:43 |
32-bit float WAV (stereo) | 96kHz | 11:34 | 46:16 |
* The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the microSD card.
* If recorded in mono, maximum recording times will be about double those above.
* If using dual recording, maximum recording times will be shorter than those above.
Computer system requirements
Windows
Compatible computers | Windows computer with a USB 2.0 (or higher) |
Mac
Compatible computers | Mac with a USB 2.0 (or higher) |
* Verified with Intel and Apple Silicon (M1 and M2) hardware
Additional Details
- SKU:
- Portacapture X6
- UPC:
- Condition:
- New
- Width:
- 8.00 (in)
- Height:
- 8.00 (in)
- Depth:
- 10.00 (in)